Cenchrus ciliaris |
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Plant type: evergreen soft-wooded perennial or grass Hardiness zones: 9-12 Sunlight: hot overhead sun Soil Moisture: dry for extended periods to constantly moist Soil: ordinary soil, enriched soil, mildly acidic to mildly alkaline Tolerances: high wind, light frost |
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Origins: Europe-W Russia, North Africa, Tropical Africa, Southern Africa, SW Asia-Middle East, India-Subcontinent Other Botanical Names: Cenchrus glaucus, Pennisetum cenchroides Pennisetum ciliare Other Common Names: | ||||||||
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